This is an unusual and rare antique English Edwardian metamorphic writing table / desk, with an Art Nouveau influence, circa 1905, of fine quality, in excellent original condition.

• Item: Metamorphic Writing Table

• Circa: 1905

• Period: Edwardian

• Provenance: England

• Style: Art Nouveau

• Wood: Solid mahogany

• Size: 2ft 5⅛” wide x 1ft 5” deep

• Metamorphic hinged fold-over top

• Six interior compartments / letter trays

• Fitted brown leather skiver 

• Faux lock 

• Splayed legs

• Shaped stretcher 

• Stunning colour& patination

• Extremely functional

• Excellent original condition

• Rare item

• Free 14-day UK returns policy 

This is an unusual and rare antique English Edwardian metamorphic writing table / desk, with an Art Nouveau influence, circa 1905, of fine quality, in excellent original condition.  Such writing tables are ideal for smaller rooms, where space is confined and the writing table can be stored away, or for display purposes.  The metamorphic writing table is designed with a fold-over hinged top that opens to reveal a fitted interior, comprising of six compartments and a brown leather skiver writing area.  As the fold-over hinged lid opens, with the metal adjustable hinged side arms, the writing table automatically extends outwards, to allow you to comfortably sit and use it is a writing table.  The metamorphic writing table features a lovely brown leather skiver.  The lid is designed with a faux key hole and on the underside is a shaped Art Nouveau frieze.  The metamorphic writing table is supported by four elegant splayed legs.  The legs are united by a shaped cross-stretcher for additional support.  The design of the writing desk is is typical of the Art Nouveau movement, which was extremely fashionable from the 1880’s until the First World War.  This is a truly classic design from the late early Edwardian period.  All in all, this is a very pretty and fine quality writing table. 

This metamorphic writing table would complement any home, office or library and is ideal as either a library table writing table or desk or even a dressing table.  It is an extremely unusual and rare example of this type of furniture.  So, don't miss out your chance to own a lovely item!  

This metamorphic writing table boasts a mellow mahogany colour.  As it boasts the original polish (which has been revived), it has a fantastic colour and patination; this can only be achieved through the years of care and cleaning it has received.  This truly is a very beautiful and rare item with quality construction throughout.  It is rare to see one in such good condition.  The item would certainly grace any home or office and is a great investment, as it is extremely functional.  

This is an unusual and rare antique English Edwardian metamorphic writing table / desk, with an Art Nouveau influence, circa 1905, of fine quality, in excellent original condition.  Nominal old use marks to the leading edges and top, but noting significant considering its age.  The metamorphic writing table has been cleaned by hand, to a professional standard in or workshop.  As it boasts the original polish (which has been revived), metamorphic writing table boasts a lovely mellow mahogany colour and patination; this can only be achieved through the years of care and cleaning it has received.  There are no splits to the to the top, sides or frame of the table.  The hinged lid is not warped and closes comfortably together in order for it to be locked with the original hinges.  The interior features a brown leather skiver base, which is in good condition.  This is a single piece metamorphic writing table; it does not dismantle into sections.  The writing table stands firm on the ground; it does not wobble.  This item is solid in joint and ready to use.

External Height (Lid Closed) = 79cm / 31⅛” / 2ft 7⅛”

External Width (Feet) = 74.3cm / 29¼” / 2ft 5¼” 

External Depth (Feet) = 45.1cm / 17¾”/ 1ft 5¾”

Writing Height = 69.4cm / 27⅜” / 2ft 3⅜”

Writing Width = 65.6cm / 25⅞” / 2ft 1⅞”

Writing Depth = 32cm / 12½” / 1ft 0½”

Knee Height = 66cm / 26” / 2ft 2”

Knee Width (In-between Legs) = 62.5cm / 24⅝”/ 2ft 0⅝”

The price for this item is £2,350, which includes free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland* and free 14-day returns.

The advertised price is for the writing table only.  It does not include the desk chair.  The desk chair can be purchased separately – please contact us.

Customer Service:

We offer customer satisfaction through the following services:

• Free delivery to England, Wales & Southern Scotland*

• Free 14-Day Returns

• Full money back assurance

• Worldwide shipping

• Full insurance of items in transit

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We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling).  *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland; for example, the Isle of Man, Isle of White and Channel Islands.  If you live in one of the areas where we do not offer free delivery, please contact us for a delivery quote before purchasing the item.  Delivery will be made by our specialised antique furniture delivery service, or in some cases we will use a courier service for distant deliveries.

Delivery times are usually 1-4 weeks depending on location; we aim to deliver the majority of items within 2 weeks. All items are professionally packaged and fully insured in transit; therefore, we can assure you, your items will be securely protected in transit and arrive safely with you.

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A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item.  We will collect the item free of charge from you (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee).  You will be given a full refund as long as the item is returned in the same condition.  We will collect returns using our own specialist furniture delivery company.  We will not accept returns via a courier service (due to experience of damaged items in transit).  This refund policy only applies to deliveries to the UK.

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This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA.  CINOA is the world association of Art & Antique dealer associations.  All LAPADA & CINOA members abide by their strict code of practice by adhering to reputable standards of quality, expertise and integrity.   

Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years.  Yola Gray has a special interest in colonial furniture, specifically colonial four poster beds.  Yola Gray also provides a variety of fine English antique furniture, art and fabrics to clients in the UK, Europe and further afield.

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